The Global Fitness Industry Comes Together to Help Ukraine

As industry owners, managers, and instructors we sometimes shut our eyes to what is happening and focus on our clubs and facilities. A fitness chain in the Ukraine has turned their efforts around, instead of training they now assist as refugee centers helping their citizens flee the violence.

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Fitness Innovation Awards Announcement

Winning an award is not just an honor, but a source of confidence. SCW Fitness is excited to announce Sara Kooperman, JD, founder & CEO of SCW & WATERinMOTION®, has won the 2021 Fitness Innovation Award for “Most Innovating Fitness Pro” by demonstrating solutions and technology during the pandemic. Bryan O’Rourke of the Fitness Industry Technology Council (FIT-C) with the help of a team from Accenture, presented three awards on March 29, 2022. Nominations are being accepted for next year’s awards.

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Protecting Youth Mental Health

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth ages 10-24 years. Do you know how to recognize someone in need of help? The John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation points out some key recommendations and resources to help those suffering or in a crisis.

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5 Ways You Can Be a More Inclusive Fitness Leader - Today

Health and wellness facilities are so much more than places to exercise. They need to be inviting, comfortable, and inclusive for all members and guests. Ask yourself what you can do both personally and environmentally to be more welcoming and diverse and read on for ways to step up as a leader.

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Build & Market Your Business at Florida MANIA®, May 20-22 

Recovery and re-establishment can be tough, but it doesn’t have to when you learn the latest in business, marketing, retention, performance, and more at the Health & Fitness Business Summit at the beautiful Caribe Royale Orlando. Choose from over 150 sessions and workshops including 46 lectures devoted to business, leadership, exercise science, and nutrition. Get registered today starting at only $99 (was $359) and don’t miss a beat at you revive and grow.

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Talks & Takes: A Monthly Fitness Talk Show

Join industry experts, Brent Darden, Sara Kooperman, J.D., Bill McBride, and Blair McHaney as they hash out this month’s latest topics, events, and industry news related to health and fitness. Grab your beverage of choice and bowl of popcorn and join them May 25, 2022, at 2:00pm EDT.

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Andrea Bell is the New Chair of the Global Health & Fitness Alliance

Another glass ceiling was shattered in the fitness industry. Andrea Bell joins the ranks of women leading influential wellness advocacy companies throughout the world, alongside Liz Clark, CEO of IHRSA, based in the U.S. Learn her story and role in keeping global organizations up to date on the health and fitness sector.

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